Estimator
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 28 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Competitive Salary + Car / Car Allowance + Benefits |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 18 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Norwich, Norfolk |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Blue Octopus Recruitment Limited |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | LOVL199390 |
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Permanent – 37.5 Hours per week
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Estimator to join our team within Lovell’s East Anglia region based out of our Norwich office.
Reporting to the Pre-Contract Director, you will provide land and tender appraisals in a timely manner whilst maximising the land value, development margin and return on capital employed.
You will join a growing team of passionate and dedicated Pre-construction professionals, providing commercial support to the estimating team throughout the region all whilst forming and developing relationships with the internal project teams and our supply chain.
We are looking for an individual who shares our passion for the project at hand, whilst also being able to work within a hardworking team environment. Your duties will include:
Supporting the Estimating team in the identification of risks and the application of the commercial standing instructions
Ensuring that commercial opportunities are optimised, and the company’s position is always suitably protected.
Consistent provision of timely and accurate estimates, pre-acquisition studies, etc. fully utilising the Housebuilder appraisal system
Ensuring accurate and timely subcontract enquiries are used in the formulation of bids where applicable and resolving all issues prior to land appraisal adjudication.
Carrying out site visits on new opportunities and existing developments to understand construction methods.
Candidates will have previous experience within a similar role, and have commercial skills to maximise value recovery, cost control and cash management.
With good knowledge of Excel, you will have the ability to prepare and understand financial reports along with good knowledge and understanding of sub-contract orders and buying.
Good IT skills and previous experience of Estimating software would be advantageous however are not essential.
You must hold a current driving licence which is essential for the role.
Benefits
Bonus entitlement based on performance KPIs
Holidays 26 days
Life Assurance
Pension
Private medical insurance
Ability to purchase additional holiday
Access to discount portal
Cycle to Work scheme and the Lovell Way to EV
Digital GP
Employee assistance programme
Sharesave scheme
As an Investors in People Gold award employer, Lovell is the UK’s leading provider of mixed tenure affordable homes and has a reputation for innovation and excellence in the delivery of high-quality housing development and regeneration projects.
We are committed to enhancing the communities in which we work, building quality homes for real people and looking after our own people; developing talent is key to achieving this. We understand that the success of our organisation comes from the strengths, skills and personalities of our people. Lovell is an equal opportunities employer who encourage and value diversity and inclusion within our teams.
The Lovell culture is one that has been successful for many years. It is based on empowering colleagues to make decisions at a regional and local level, and to challenge the status quo whilst working as one to achieve our goals and make Lovell a great place to work for all.
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Estimator to join our team within Lovell’s East Anglia region based out of our Norwich office.
Reporting to the Pre-Contract Director, you will provide land and tender appraisals in a timely manner whilst maximising the land value, development margin and return on capital employed.
You will join a growing team of passionate and dedicated Pre-construction professionals, providing commercial support to the estimating team throughout the region all whilst forming and developing relationships with the internal project teams and our supply chain.
We are looking for an individual who shares our passion for the project at hand, whilst also being able to work within a hardworking team environment. Your duties will include:
Supporting the Estimating team in the identification of risks and the application of the commercial standing instructions
Ensuring that commercial opportunities are optimised, and the company’s position is always suitably protected.
Consistent provision of timely and accurate estimates, pre-acquisition studies, etc. fully utilising the Housebuilder appraisal system
Ensuring accurate and timely subcontract enquiries are used in the formulation of bids where applicable and resolving all issues prior to land appraisal adjudication.
Carrying out site visits on new opportunities and existing developments to understand construction methods.
Candidates will have previous experience within a similar role, and have commercial skills to maximise value recovery, cost control and cash management.
With good knowledge of Excel, you will have the ability to prepare and understand financial reports along with good knowledge and understanding of sub-contract orders and buying.
Good IT skills and previous experience of Estimating software would be advantageous however are not essential.
You must hold a current driving licence which is essential for the role.
Benefits
Bonus entitlement based on performance KPIs
Holidays 26 days
Life Assurance
Pension
Private medical insurance
Ability to purchase additional holiday
Access to discount portal
Cycle to Work scheme and the Lovell Way to EV
Digital GP
Employee assistance programme
Sharesave scheme
As an Investors in People Gold award employer, Lovell is the UK’s leading provider of mixed tenure affordable homes and has a reputation for innovation and excellence in the delivery of high-quality housing development and regeneration projects.
We are committed to enhancing the communities in which we work, building quality homes for real people and looking after our own people; developing talent is key to achieving this. We understand that the success of our organisation comes from the strengths, skills and personalities of our people. Lovell is an equal opportunities employer who encourage and value diversity and inclusion within our teams.
The Lovell culture is one that has been successful for many years. It is based on empowering colleagues to make decisions at a regional and local level, and to challenge the status quo whilst working as one to achieve our goals and make Lovell a great place to work for all.